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| Check-in: The reception desk at Olive Boutique Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico. |
BY MARK CHESNUT
During my recent trip to San Juan, Puerto Rico, I was a guest at the island's newest luxury hotel: The Olive Boutique Hotel. Here is my review of the experience.
THE ARRIVAL: Even though I was just steps away from Condado Beach, I felt like I’d left the bustling Condado district as soon as I stepped into the small lobby of the Olive Boutique Hotel, which opened in May 2012. Tranquil and tastefully decorated, the reception area feels like the living room of a wealthy friend, with comfy couches and a coffee table strewn with decorative items (the giant hourglass caught my eye). One wall is covered with large, beautifully framed photographs made by the owners in various parts of the Mediterranean, a theme that runs throughout the hotel. (The fact that a fashion photo shoot was taking place on the day of our departure is proof of the property's allure.)








